Centre announces new solid waste management rules starting April 1
Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Center has introduced new Solid Waste Management Rules mandating four-stream segregation of solid waste at its source, with clearly defined responsibilities for bulk waste generators. The waste categories for segregation include: wet waste, dry waste, sanitary waste, and special care waste. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that these rules will take effect from April 1. Bulk waste generators are defined as entities with a floor area of 20,000 square meters or more, daily water consumption of 40,000 liters or more, or solid waste generation of 100 kilograms or more per day. This category…